That’s why it’s time to invest in more homegrown electricity and build the projects that will make our electricity system more affordable and less exposed to global fossil fuel prices. By working together, government and industry can speed up new renewables to secure more stable costs for households and businesses. With Ireland currently holding the Presidency of the EU Council, there’s no better time to help shape and accelerate our energy transition.
Investing in renewable energy Infrastructure
We're putting serious investment behind our energy future.
At the heart of that investment is Arklow Bank Wind Park 2, our flagship offshore wind project in development in Ireland. When fully operational, the project could play a crucial role in driving progress towards a cleaner, more affordable and more secure homegrown energy system for Ireland.
This is about building an energy system people can rely on. One powered by more homegrown renewable electricity and less exposed to the challenges that come with energy imported from abroad.
And we're not stopping there. We're ready to keep investing in the energy infrastructure Ireland needs, because turning ambition into action is how we'll help build a more secure, resilient and affordable energy future.
Get the latest about Arklow Bank Wind Park 2
Priorities for Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the EU
Ireland's Presidency of the EU Council comes at a pivotal moment for Europe's energy transition. The decisions taken in the coming years will help determine whether Europe can deliver on its climate ambitions while maintaining energy affordability, security and competitiveness.
As a long-term investor in electricity infrastructure, we believe Ireland has a unique opportunity to help drive progress on the policies and legislation needed to turn ambition into delivery. That's why we've identified five priorities for Ireland's Presidency.
From strengthening electricity networks and accelerating infrastructure delivery to championing offshore wind and regional energy cooperation, these priorities are designed to support a cleaner, more secure and more competitive energy future for Europe.
Read about our priorities for the Presidency.
Community Investment across Ireland
Creating lasting value means investing not only in energy infrastructure, but also in the communities connected to it. In 2025/26, we invested a record €7.25 million in communities across the island of Ireland, supporting 386 projects and 80 scholarships.
Through community investment programmes across SSE Renewables, SSE Thermal and SSE Airtricity, funding is helping deliver lasting social, economic and environmental benefits in the places where we operate.
As we continue to invest in renewable energy and supporting infrastructure, community investment remains a core part of our approach, helping ensure the benefits of the energy transition are shared locally and deliver lasting value for current and future generations.
Read our Community Investment Review.
*SEAI, Ireland's national energy authority, says fossil fuels accounted for 79.2% of Ireland's energy requirement in 2025. SEAI notes that reliance on imported fossil fuels exposes Ireland to international energy price volatility and identifies wind power as Ireland's cheapest renewable electricity resource. Source: SEAI
In 2025/26, our electricity generation output in Ireland was 60% renewable and 40% non-renewable. Further information can be found in our Investor Databook.
SSE in Ireland
SSE Renewables
SSE Renewables develops, constructs and operates world class renewable assets in its core markets of Ireland and the UK, with a growing presence internationally. This includes 800MW of operational onshore wind capacity on the island of Ireland across 32 wholly owned SSE and joint venture wind farm sites.
We have recently grown our onshore wind portfolio in Ireland with the completion of Yellow River Wind Farm, which is now producing clean and secure renewable power from the Midlands for Irish homes and businesses. The 101MW, 29-turbine wind farm in Offaly entered commercial operations this autumn and is now Ireland’s newest onshore wind farm.
Accelerating offshore wind development in Ireland is also a key priority, with current efforts focused on delivering its flagship project, Arklow Bank Wind Park 2. Subject to planning permission being received and a final investment decision, the capacity of the wind farm located off the coast of Wicklow will be 800MW. If delivered, we will be fulfilling the pioneering vision of delivering commercial scale offshore wind at Arklow Bank which dates back almost 20 years to when the first seven turbines were installed at the site and became Ireland’s first offshore wind farm.
SSE Airtricity
SSE Airtricity supplies electricity and gas for almost 750,000 energy customers across the island of Ireland.
It harnesses the wind from SSE Renewables wind farms to supply greener electricity for homes and businesses in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. It also supplies an array of energy related services such as smart electricity plans and home energy upgrades, helping customers to reduce and control energy usage in their homes.
Businesses across the island benefit from SSE Airtricity’s innovative energy solutions including energy audits, solar PV, and corporate power purchase agreements.
SSE Thermal
SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Today, our 464MW plant at Great Island in Wexford is Ireland’s largest and most efficient gas-fired power station – playing a pivotal role in keeping the lights on across the island.
We’re also stepping up to deliver the next generation of flexible power with two new power stations in development. In Meath, Platin Power Station - which has planning consent for up to 170MW - will strengthen security of supply and respond to periods of high demand in the Leinster region. Meanwhile, in Kerry, we are progressing the Tarbert Next Generation Power Station to construction. This 300MW facility will run on HVO. Both stations have the potential to convert to hydrogen in the future, when Ireland’s policy environment allows. These projects reflect our commitment to supporting Ireland’s electricity system while laying the foundations for a low-carbon future.
Our current investment allocation
Our €1bn investment plan to 2030 expects to allocate ~40% into renewables, ~10% into Airtricity, and ~50% into other businesses, including gas and low-carbon flexible generation technologies.